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Ministry of Finance
Exchange Rate Notification No. 66/2022 - Customs 
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 , and in supersession of the Notification No. 64/2022-Customs, dated 21st July, 2022 except as respects things done or omitted to be done before such supersession, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs hereby determines that the rate of exchange of conversion of each of the foreign currencies specified in column  of each of Schedule I and Schedule II annexed hereto, into Indian currency or vice versa, shall, with effect from 5th August, 2022, be the rate mentioned against it in the corresponding entry in column  thereof, for the purpose of the said section, relating to imported and export goods.
SCHEDULE-I
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Foreign Currency
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Rate of exchange of one unit of foreign currency equivalent to Indian rupees
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Australian Dollar
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56.45
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54.10
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Bahraini Dinar
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217.25
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204.20
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Canadian Dollar
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62.90
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60.75
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Chinese Yuan
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11.95
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11.60
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Danish Kroner
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11.00
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10.65
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EURO
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82.20
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79.20
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Hong Kong Dollar
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10.30
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9.95
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Kuwaiti Dinar
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267.25
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250.55
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New Zealand Dollar
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51.30
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49.00
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Norwegian Kroner
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8.30
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8.05
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11.
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Pound Sterling
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98.15
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94.80
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Qatari Riyal
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22.30
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20.90
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Saudi Arabian Riyal
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21.80
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20.50
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Singapore Dollar
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58.45
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56.55
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South African Rand
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4.90
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4.60
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Swedish Kroner
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7.90
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7.65
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Swiss Franc
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84.20
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81.05
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Turkish Lira
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4.55
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4.30
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UAE Dirham
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22.30
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20.95
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US Dollar
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80.25
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78.55
SCHEDULE-II
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Foreign Currency
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Rate of exchange of 100 units of foreign currency equivalent to Indian rupees
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Japanese Yen
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60.35
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Korean Won
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Ministry of Railways
On Good Governance Day, Indian Railways proudly announces the production of the first coach shell by Marathwada Rail Coach Factory, at Latur, Maharashtra
This state of the art factory was set up and commissioned in two years by Rail Vikas Nigam Limited  to manufacture self-propelled trains for Indian Railways
Indian Railways is consistently contributing to make in India mission
Notwithstanding Covid19 related lockdowns and challenges, Indian Railways’ PSU, Rail Vikas Nigam Limited  commissioned Marathwada Rail Coach Factory in Latur, Maharashtra on the Good Governance Day, 25th December, 2020 with production of the first coach shell. The factory has been commissioned in only about two years ago.
Marathwada Rail Coach Factory is going to significantly contribute in overall development of this aspirational region of Maharashtra by heralding a modern industrial ecosystem. This factory has been designed with an initial capacity of manufacturing 250 MEMU / EMU / LHB / trainset type advanced coaches per annum. However, its capacity can be enhanced significantly as sufficient vacant space has been marked in the layout plan.The cost of this project amounts to Rs 500 crore plus the land cost of Rs 120 crore.
The factory has been set up in 350 acres of land comprising 52,000 square meter pre-engineered building sheds, three lines yard, electric substation with 33kV supply, canteen, security and administrative blocks and a residential colony in 24 acres.A 5 km long rail connectivity has been provided for movement of coaches from the factory to a new electronically interlocked Harangul railway station, which earlier used to be only a halt station.The factory has been equipped with the latest state-of-the-art machinery and plant, material handling systems and various utilities.
Various green initiatives have been adopted in the project for sustainable development which include 800 kilo Watt shed roof mounted solar power plant, sewage and waste water treatment and recycling plant, rain water harvesting, plantation of 10,000 trees, LED lighting, natural day lighting and ventilation in sheds. The administrative Block has also been built with green building concepts.
As soon as the project was sanctioned on 28.08.2018, Rail Vikas Nigam Limited, a Mini-Ratna PSU of Ministry of Railways, awarded a composite contract on 30.08.2018 for its fast track turnkey execution and physically work commenced at site on 12.10.2018.
It is expected that the factory will manufacture more coach shells and eventually fully furnished train units in near future.
PIB Headquarters
BSNL READY TO LAUNCH 4G IN A BIG WAY
BSNL IS PREPARING TO LAUNCH 4G SERVICE IN A BIG WAY IN TAMILNADU. 4G SERVICES ARE BEING LAUNCHED IN TWO CITIES NAMELY COIMBATORE AND SALEM VERY SHORTLY, FOLLOWED BY FOUR OTHER CITIES NAMELY TIRUCHIRAPPALLI, MADURAI, VELLORE AND NAGERCOIL. SUBSEQUENTLY, 4G SERVICES WILL BE INTRODUCED IN OTHER CITIES ALSO.
BSNL MOBILE CUSTOMERS ARE BEING PROVIDED WITH 4G SIM FREE OF COST IN PLACE OF THEIR 3G SIM, AT COIMBATORE AND SALEM CITIES, WHERE 4G SERVICE IS BEING ROLLED OUT. 4G SERVICES WILL BE STARTED IN THESE TWO CITIES WHEN A MAJORITY OF THE CUSTOMERS HAVE RECEIVED FREE SIM REPLACEMENT. 4G CUSTOMERS WILL GET FAST DATA DOWNLOAD UPTO 21 MBPS.
MORE THAN 2 LAKH NEW MOBILE CUSTOMERS ARE BEING ADDED TO BSNL NETWORK IN TAMILNADU EVERY MONTH. CUSTOMERS SWITCHING OVER TO BSNL FROM OTHER OPERATORS THROUGH MNP ARE ALSO INCREASING IN THE LAST FEW MONTHS.
A MISLEADING REPORT HAS APPEARED IN A SECTION OF THE MEDIA CONVEYING THE IMPRESSION THAT BSNL MAY BE CLOSED DOWN. THIS IS NOT TRUE. THERE IS NO PROPOSAL UNDER CONSIDERATION OF THE GOVERNMENT OF INDIA FOR CLOSURE OF BSNL. ON THE CONTRARY, GOVERNMENT OF INDIA WANTS TO HAVE A ROBUST BSNL, SERVING THE PEOPLE OF INDIA WITH ITS HUGE INFRASTRUCTURE AND NETWORK THROUGHOUT INDIA.
IN ORDER TO HELP BSNL TO TIDE OVER THE PRESENT FINANCIAL CRISIS DUE TO THE LOSS OF REVENUE OWING TO THE TARIFF REDUCTION TO MEET THE STIFF COMPETITION, DEPARTMENT OF TELECOMMMUNICATIONS IS WORKING OUT A COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL SUPPORT PACKAGE TO BSNL.
IT IS THEREFORE CLARIFIED TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT BSNL WILL CONTINUE TO SERVE THE CUSTOMERS WITH THE BEST QUALITY TELECOM SERVICES FOR YEARS TO COME.
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Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Direct Income Support to Farmers
MSP operations to ensure remunerative price of crops to farmers is continuing. In addition, the Union Government is already providing direct income support to farmers through a central Sector Scheme called the Pradhan Mantri Kisam Samman Nidhi  Yojanawhich is being implemented since 1st December, 2018. The Scheme aims at providing financial assistance to landholding farmer families across the country, subject to certain exclusion criteria, to enable them to take care of expenses related to agriculture and allied activities as well as domestic needs. Under the Scheme, an amount of Rs. 6000/- per year is transferred in three 4-monthly installments of Rs.2000/- directly into the bank accounts of the farmers. Under the Scheme, an amount of more than Rs. 1.37 lakh crore has been transferred directly into the bank accounts of approximately 11.08 crore eligible beneficiaries till now.
This information was given in a written reply by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Home Affairs
The 2nd tranche of the Rozgar Mela held in Imphal today
MoS RK Ranjan distributes 227 appointment letters to newly inducted recruits under Rozgar Mela
Under the Rozgar Mela a total of 227 appointment letters were distributed in Manipur by Union Minister of State for Education and External Affairs Dr.RK Ranjan Singh, at a event organized at Haflong Hall in Mantripukhri Garrision at Imphal ,Manipur. Addressing the gathering of the event Minister said that the government gives highest priority in giving the opportunity to youths in development of the nation.
Out of the 227 appointments 171 were new recruits of Assam Rifles ,28 from Border Security Forces ,15 for SSB, 6 doctors for RIMS ,3 CISF,2 ITBP and 2 for banks were given appointment letters.
Maj Gen Rajan Sharawat, VSM, IG Assam Rifles who was also in the event said that this initiative of the Government will inspire the youth and give the right path and not get strayed.
D S Rawat, DIG, BSF, Naorem Indrakumar, Deputy Director, RIMS were also present in the function.
It may be mentioned that the Rozgar Mela is a step towards the fulfilment of the Prime Minister’s commitment to accord the highest priority to employment generation. The Rozgar Mela is expected to act as a catalyst in furthering employment generation and providing meaningful opportunities to the youth for their empowerment as well as direct participation in national development. Earlier in October, 75,000 appointment letters were handed over to newly inducted appointees under Rozgar Mela.
The physical copies of the appointment letters to the new appointees was handed over at 45 locations across the country . In addition to the categories of posts filled earlier, posts of teachers, lecturers, nurses, nursing officers, doctors, pharmacists, radiographers and other technical and paramedical posts are also being filled. A significant number of posts are being filled by the Ministry of Home Affairs in various Central Armed Police Forces .
Ministry of Defence
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh administers pledge on ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh administered ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Pledge’ to the senior military and civilian officials of Ministry of Defence here today on the occasion of 144th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Remembering the architect of united modern India, Raksha Mantri along with the officials took vow to preserve the ‘Unity, Integrity and Security of the Nation’.
As first Home Minister of Independent India, Sardar Patel played key role in integrating more than 560 princely states in the Union of India. The Government had decided in 2014 to observe the day as ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ or ‘National Unity Day’.
Raksha Mantri also paid rich tribute on this occasion to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi as today is her death anniversary.
Chief of the Army Staff General Bipin Rawat, Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar, Secretary  Smt Sanjeevanee Kutty, Secretary  Smt Gargi Kaul, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff Vice Admiral G Ashok Kumar and other senior civil and military officials took part in the pledge.
ABB/SS/Nampi/Savvy/MTJ/Anand
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Ministry of Finance
5,67,116 beneficiaries above age of 60 years under the National Pension System 
As informed by Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority , the number of beneficiaries above the age of 60 years, under the National Pension System  is 5,67,116. This was stated by the Union Minister of State for Finance Dr Bhagwat Kisanrao Karad in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
This includes beneficiaries who are contributing under NPS after the age of 60 years and those who have exited NPS after the age of 60 years and are receiving annuity. The State/UT-wise details are given at ANNEXURE A, the Minister stated.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony - CRC-Chhatarpur, to get a New Building in Madhya Pradesh
On 6th October 2023, in a momentous occasion, the Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony of CRC-Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, will be done by Dr. Virendra Kumar, Union Cabinet Minister MSJ&E. The Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony of CRC-Chhatarpur will be held at 09.30am in Ward No. 17 near Model Basic school Durga colony, Chhatarpur. CRC – Chhatarpur will be housed in a new building to be constructed by NBCC, in a building of 41275 sq. ft of area, with a barrier free environment for persons with disabilities, in a sprawling campus of 2 hectares of land in Ward No. 17 Near Model Basic school Durga colony, Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. The estimated cost of construction is 25 crores and the MoU has been signed with NBCC to initiate the construction work and finish the work within in a span of one year. This CRC-Chhatarpur will stand as a beacon of empowerment, inclusivity, and growth, ensuring that every individual with different disabilities, their skill development, enabling them to be productive in our society has the opportunity to shine and thrive. In addition the CRC-Chhatarpur will cater to the rehabilitation services for different categories of PwDs besides conducting skill development training for PwDs and enable their independent living in the society. Ali Yavar Jung National Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities  AYJNISHD, Mumbai, under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, MSJ&E, Govt. of India, is having the administrative control of CRC-Chhatarpur in addition to the other CRCs in Bhopal, Nagpur, Ahmedabad.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot Chairsthe fourth Meeting of the Central Advisory Board  on Disability
CAB urges States/UTs to appoint independent State Commissioners &constitute State Advisory Boards at the earliest
The fourth Meeting of the Central Advisory Board on Disability was held on 26.11.2020 under the Chairmanship of Dr. ThaawarchandGehlot, Union Minister, SJ&E through Video Conferencing. Shri Krishan Pal Gurjar, MoS, SJ&E and Vice-Chairman of the Board was also present in the meeting.
The Central Advisory Board deliberated on certain important issues in the disability sector namely, implementation of the RPwD Act, 2016, Accessible India Campaign, Unique Disability ID Project,early intervention and rehabilitation of children with disabilities, measures taken by the States/UTs for protection and welfare of PwDs during COVID 19, ensuring distribution of aids and assistive devices among Divyangjan under ADIP scheme during COVID 19 and implementation of the provision of reservation for persons with benchmark disabilities.
The Board also took note of the initiatives taken by the Central Government such as establishment of National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation and Centre for Disability Sports in Madhya Pradesh with a view to take care of rehabilitation of persons with psycho-social disabilities and to promote sports activities among Divyangjan.
The Central Advisory Board urged the States/UTs to appoint independent State Commissioners and constitute State Advisory Boards, if not yet done so, at the earliest. The States/UTs were also advised to submit comprehensive report on affirmative actions taken by them for the welfare of Divyangjan during COVID 19. The Board advised all the Central Ministries/Departments to take effective steps to implement the Accessible India Campaign on mission mode and finalise the accessible standards in respect of their sector in consultation with Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities within a period of six months and submit it to the Department of Empower of Persons with Disabilities for notification. The States/UTs were advised by the Board to create an online mechanism for maintaining data relating to vacancies reserved for persons with benchmark disabilities in a transparent manner and also conduct special recruitment drive to fill up backlog vacancies, if any.
The Ministers dealing with empowerment of Persons with Disabilities of States/UTs or their representatives from about 34 States/UTs, representatives from concerned Central Ministries/Departments, National Institutes and other Central Government organisations and non-official members of the Board participated in the meeting.
Ministry of Defence
BEL hands over second interim dividend cheque of Rs. 174.43 Crore for FY 2020-21 to Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh
Bharat Electronics Ltd , a Navratna Defence PSU, has paid second interim dividend of 140% on its paid-up capital to the Government of India for financial year 2020 – 21.
Chairman & Managing Director of BEL Shri M V Gowtama, presented the second interim dividend cheque of Rs.174,43,63,569.20/- , payable on the shares held by the President of India, to Raksha Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh, at New Delhi on March 30, 2021. Secretary  Shri Raj Kumar was also present on the occasion.
BEL has declared 140% percent as second interim dividend  to its shareholders for the financial year 2020 – 21.This is the 18th consecutive year that BEL is paying Interim Dividend. BEL has paid a total dividend of 280% on its paid-up capital for the financial year 2019 – 20.
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Ministry of Civil Aviation
Biggest Airport, after Mumbai, to be developed in Mopa, Goa
A joint team of the Airports Authority of India  and Commerce Logistics Department will visit Goa on 7th-8thMay 2018 to facilitate the development of cargo hubs at the new airport to be constructed at Mopa inGoa. The team will meet Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industries to work together in order to leverage the advantages theState offers in terms of connectivity to the coastal belt of Western India. The four coastal states in the western part of the country, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala and Goa, will benefit greatly from the biggest airport, after Mumbai,to be constructed in Mopa.
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Shri Suresh Prabhu had announced last week that Goa will become a logistics hub of India after a second airport becomes functional in 2020 in the state. The two airports in Goa, at Dabolim and Mopa, will help position the State as a logistic hub.
Mopa airport will have the capacity to handle 30 million passengers annually as well as cargo. The Minister stated that the cargo policy to be announced by the Government of Indiawill help to contribute 40 % of India’s GDP from global trading. Dabolim airport will also be upgraded with an investment of about 600 crores.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets everyone on Guru Purnima
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted everyone on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
“समस्त देशवासियों को गुरु पूर्णिमा की अनंत शुभकामनाएं।”
Ministry of Cooperation
SAHKAR SE SAMRIDDHI
Government aims to achieve overall prosperity in the country through the mantra of “Sahakar Se Samriddhi”. It is being proposed to strengthen cooperatives by bringing transparency, modernization, and creating competitiveness. In order to achieve this, Government is formulating a new National Cooperation Policy, for which it has started consultations with various stakeholders including various Ministries/Departments of Central Governments, State Governments, Cooperative Federations, NABARD and other major cooperative institutions of the country. Already, response has been received from about 35 stakeholders, including 10 Ministries and 6 State Governments.
This was stated by the Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 140 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 18.28 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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BALANCE AVAILABLE
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18,28,89,386
More than 140 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 18.28 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu embarked on his first Africa visit from 31st October to November 6, here today. In his weeklong visit, he will visit Botswana, Zimbabwe and Malawi where he is scheduled to interact with heads of state of the three nations, business fora and address Indian Community.
The visit underlines the high priority, the government of India accords to Africa and is line with India’s efforts to have a sustained and regular engagement.
The Vice President is accompanied by a high level Parliamentary delegation comprising of the Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri Krishan Pal Gurjar, and four Members of Parliament.
The Vice President will reach Botswana’s capital Gaboron on 31st October evening to attend the Official opening of the 13th Annual Global Expo where 25 Indian companies are participating for the first time showcasing India’s economic and Industrial proves.
On November 1, Shri Naidu will interact with the Vice President of Botswana, Mr. Slumber Tsogwane to hold Delegation Level Talks. He will also meet the Speaker of the National Assembly of Botswana, Mr. Gladys Kokorwe in the evening before addressing the Indian Community at Baisago Convention Centre, Baisago University.
On 2nd November, the Vice President is scheduled to participate in the India-Botswana CEO Roundtable where he would interact with businessmen and investors of both the nations and proceed to visit Diamond Trading Centre, Botswana. Shri Naidu will call on the President of the Republic of Botswana, Mr. Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi before emplaning for Harare, Zimbabwe. He will address the Indian community at the reception hosted by the Ambassador of India to Zimbabwe. This is the high level visit taking place after a gap of 21 years in Zimbabwe.
On Saturday, November 3rd, the Vice President will call on the President of the Republic Zimbabwe, Mr. Emmerson Mnangagwa before meeting the Vice President, Mr. General  Dr. Constantino Chiwenga. Both the Vice Presidents will witness the Signing of Agreements. Shri Naidu is scheduled to attend the India-Zimbabwe Business Forum in the evening.
On 4th November, the Vice President will take part in the Ground Breaking Ceremony of Chancery Building before emplaning for Lilongwe in Malawi. The Vice President would begin his interactions in Malawi with an interaction with the Indian Community on the same evening.
On Monday, November 5, the Vice President of India is scheduled to participate in the India Malawi Business Meet. Later he will hold a Tete-eTete meeting with President of Malawi, Mr. Peter Arthur Mutharika and hold talks. In the evening he will attend the opening of Jaipur Foot Camp for Fitment of Artificial Limbs under “India for Humanity” Theme.
Charge-de-Affairs, Botswana Embassy, Ms. Chenesani Asa and Dy. Ambassador of Zimbabwe, Mr. Lovemor Bebe, bid farewell to Vice President on his departure in New Delhi.